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EU05 CEX

2005 Taishan Commuter

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

965 mi
Last recorded965 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2013
Typical for 2005 Taishan Commuter2,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 CEX
MakeTaishan
ModelCommuter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2013 965 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 13 May 2013 960 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 537 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 506 miles

How Reliable is the Taishan Commuter?

Based on 445 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
409
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 26
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 24
Headlamp aim too low 17
suspension has inadequate damping effect. 15
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EU05 CEX is a 2005 Taishan Commuter in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Taishan Commuter models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 2,046 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Taishan Commuter fails its MOT is brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU05 CEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Taishan Commuter typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Taishan Commuter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EU05 CEX registered?

EU05 CEX is a 2005 Taishan Commuter, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is EU05 CEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 CEX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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